Personality Disorder

Question 1

For a diagnosis of personality disorder, difficulties must be:

Answer 1

1. persistent- not episodic
2. pervasive- affect all areas of life
3. problematic- affect QOL

Question 2

diagnosis should not be made during what period of time

Answer 2

late adolescence early adulthood

Question 3

difficulties in PND

Answer 3

• expressing emtions, feelings
• relationships
• maintain self function- sense of self eg secuality, feeling of emptiness
• self destructive behavoir

Question 4

what is the best apporach for dealing with PND patient in pharmacy

Answer 4

Stay calm, don’t personalise
identify trigger and give comfort
shows you understand the person’s feelings
Be clear about boundaries, unacceptable behaviour
Get a debrief from colleagues (consultation with teammates)
If behaviour is repeated consider a ‘care plan’ in consultation with care team